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Iron and your health

… 68c Nutrition Series Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make … to all parts of your body. Without enough iron, your body will not have enough …
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Iron in foods

… 68d Nutrition Series Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to make … to all parts of your body. Without enough iron, your body will not have enough …
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Iron Deficiency Anemia

… Condition Basics What is iron deficiency anemia? Iron deficiency anemia means that your body doesn't have enough iron to make red blood cells . Iron is …
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Iron Toxicity

… Condition Basics What is iron toxicity? Iron toxicity occurs when the body has too much iron. The most common cause of iron toxicity …
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Getting Enough Iron

… What is the recommended daily amount of iron? The recommended daily amount of iron varies. Most people need the following amount of iron each day. footnote 1 , footnote 2 …
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Phlebotomy for Too Much Iron

… phlebotomy treats people who have too much iron in their blood, such as with … . Removing blood regularly decreases iron levels in the body by reducing the number of iron-rich red blood cells. Health …
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High-Pressure Injection Wounds

… Overview Puncture wounds caused by the injection of a substance under high pressure … or other liquid solvents. Most high-pressure injection injuries affect the hands and … or more. Things that determine how severe an injection injury is include: The type, …
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Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection ICSI

… Treatment Overview Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is an assisted reproductive … needle aspiration guided by ultrasound. Sperm injection and transfer A tool is used to hold … . … Treatment Overview Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is an assisted reproductive …
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Botulinum Botox Injection for Low Back Pain

… Overview How well does a botulinum (Botox) injection work for low back pain? Treating … … Overview How well does a botulinum (Botox) injection work for low back pain? Treating …
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A better immunization experience for your child

… calming substances. Formula fed babies: A sucrose solution can be given immediately … chemicals in the brain. You can prepare a sucrose solution at home and bring it with you … child focus on blowing out during the vaccine injection. Ask your child to: Blow bubbles …